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...to Use Your Cobra 25 LX Contents Features ...1 The CB Story A1 FCC Regulations, FCC Warnings & Included Accessories Controls & Indicators A2 Our Thanks to You A3 Customer Support Installation Location & Mounting/Connection 2 Antennas CB Antenna & Marine Installation 6 Ignition Noise Interference 7 Operating Your 25 LX Turning On Your CB 8 Setting ...Down Timer 16 Setting Display Color Mode 17 Setting Brightness Mode 18 Setting Contrast Mode 18 Key Tones Mode 19 Radio Check Mode 19 Software Version/Factory Settings 20 NB/Off (Noise Blanker/Automatic 21 Noise Limiter Switch) RF ...
...to Use Your Cobra 25 LX Contents Features ...1 The CB Story A1 FCC Regulations, FCC Warnings & Included Accessories Controls & Indicators A2 Our Thanks to You A3 Customer Support Installation Location & Mounting/Connection 2 Antennas CB Antenna & Marine Installation 6 Ignition Noise Interference 7 Operating Your 25 LX Turning On Your CB 8 Setting ...Down Timer 16 Setting Display Color Mode 17 Setting Brightness Mode 18 Setting Contrast Mode 18 Key Tones Mode 19 Radio Check Mode 19 Software Version/Factory Settings 20 NB/Off (Noise Blanker/Automatic 21 Noise Limiter Switch) RF ...
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... on front of unit marked "Power". Note 4 In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the The radio should be heard at speaker. Installation Installation Note Before installing the CB radio, visually check the vehicle's battery connection to determine which terminal, positive or negative, is grounded (...has its negative lead grounded to receptacle on accidentally, and also permits operating the unit without running the engine. Note Connecting the radio to the engine block (or chassis). Any Note When connected to an convenient location with a good electrical contact (remove paint) ...
... on front of unit marked "Power". Note 4 In a negative grounded vehicle, connect the The radio should be heard at speaker. Installation Installation Note Before installing the CB radio, visually check the vehicle's battery connection to determine which terminal, positive or negative, is grounded (...has its negative lead grounded to receptacle on accidentally, and also permits operating the unit without running the engine. Note Connecting the radio to the engine block (or chassis). Any Note When connected to an convenient location with a good electrical contact (remove paint) ...
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... antenna connector is provided on the is recommended. Before attempting installation , consult your Cobra dealer or a 2-way radio technician for center of the trunk. Typically, when signal level is mounted on the..., the outside mirror must be high enough to a standard-type "Single Band" CB antenna. The unit requires very little current and therefore will not operate at low...efficiency in a boat without a ground plate, (unless it has a steel hull). Even though the Cobra 25 LX has an automatic noise limiter, in locating the source of a severe noise. 7 Only a Note ...
... antenna connector is provided on the is recommended. Before attempting installation , consult your Cobra dealer or a 2-way radio technician for center of the trunk. Typically, when signal level is mounted on the..., the outside mirror must be high enough to a standard-type "Single Band" CB antenna. The unit requires very little current and therefore will not operate at low...efficiency in a boat without a ground plate, (unless it has a steel hull). Even though the Cobra 25 LX has an automatic noise limiter, in locating the source of a severe noise. 7 Only a Note ...
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... reduced in a clear, normal voice. Be sure the antenna is available. Prolonged transmitting without an antenna, or a poorly matched antenna, could cause damage to the radio before transmitting. 1 Select desired channel. Transmit PUSH & HOLD 3 Initially, set fully clockwise so that maximum voice volume is properly connected to the transmitter. Operation Operation...
... reduced in a clear, normal voice. Be sure the antenna is available. Prolonged transmitting without an antenna, or a poorly matched antenna, could cause damage to the radio before transmitting. 1 Select desired channel. Transmit PUSH & HOLD 3 Initially, set fully clockwise so that maximum voice volume is properly connected to the transmitter. Operation Operation...
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... the Alarm SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB NB /ANL VOL SQ SET COUNT DOWN MEM Level 3: MENU PUSH ENTER NB /ANL NB RF GAIN CONTRAST Level 4: DYNAMIKE Your 25 LX can be programmed. Follow instructions above for setting OFF the alarm time and AM or PM. SCWALRRF GAIN SCAN MEM SCAN.../ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL CAL TX SCAN S/ RF SWR /CAL S/RF RF SWR CAL OFF SIG 1 3 RADIO CHECK RX S/RF S/RF SWR SETTING 5 7 9 +30dB M SE NWURP/CUASLH CAL ENTER RF MSEIGM 1 MWIXN!3 RX MEM SCAN 5 7 9 +M30AdXB CB / WX / PA MIN MENU PU SH ENTER VOL SQ DYNAMIKE VOL SQ RDFYGNAAINMIKE DELTA TUNE T BACK...
... the Alarm SIG 1 3 5 7 9 +30dB NB /ANL VOL SQ SET COUNT DOWN MEM Level 3: MENU PUSH ENTER NB /ANL NB RF GAIN CONTRAST Level 4: DYNAMIKE Your 25 LX can be programmed. Follow instructions above for setting OFF the alarm time and AM or PM. SCWALRRF GAIN SCAN MEM SCAN.../ANL SWR 1.5 2 3 ANL CAL TX SCAN S/ RF SWR /CAL S/RF RF SWR CAL OFF SIG 1 3 RADIO CHECK RX S/RF S/RF SWR SETTING 5 7 9 +30dB M SE NWURP/CUASLH CAL ENTER RF MSEIGM 1 MWIXN!3 RX MEM SCAN 5 7 9 +M30AdXB CB / WX / PA MIN MENU PU SH ENTER VOL SQ DYNAMIKE VOL SQ RDFYGNAAINMIKE DELTA TUNE T BACK...
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... Dim/Escape button to return to main menu. Press Menu/Enter knob Pass or Fail will be heard. Unit will exit and return to CB Standby. Setting Contrast Mode Note If an attempt is made to exceed the highest or lowest brightness levels, 1 error beep will be displayed.... the day bright level, turn counter-clockwise to 15.8 V. Battery Level: Confirms that range, it is SCAN / M SCAN complete. Outside of important radio functions. If DYNAM1IK0Eseconds pass or if Enter button select Set Contrast. Setting Brightness Mode Press Menu/Enter knob to select Set Brightness SET BRIGHTNESS DAY...
... Dim/Escape button to return to main menu. Press Menu/Enter knob Pass or Fail will be heard. Unit will exit and return to CB Standby. Setting Contrast Mode Note If an attempt is made to exceed the highest or lowest brightness levels, 1 error beep will be displayed.... the day bright level, turn counter-clockwise to 15.8 V. Battery Level: Confirms that range, it is SCAN / M SCAN complete. Outside of important radio functions. If DYNAM1IK0Eseconds pass or if Enter button select Set Contrast. Setting Brightness Mode Press Menu/Enter knob to select Set Brightness SET BRIGHTNESS DAY...
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CONTRAST RADIO CHECK SETTING SOFTWARE VER GO TO DEFAULT To restore default settings, Press Menu/Enter knob again. When switched to increase gain. 20 21 SCAN / M SCAN ... MEM VOL SQ 1 When switched to select Setting then Software Version. SOFTWARE VER GO TO DEFAULT NB/OFF Button NB OFF Button Note CH 9 / 19 CB / PA 1 2 3 4 TX PWR ThTeXRF noise blanker is very efRfeXctive in strong or weak signal areas.
CONTRAST RADIO CHECK SETTING SOFTWARE VER GO TO DEFAULT To restore default settings, Press Menu/Enter knob again. When switched to increase gain. 20 21 SCAN / M SCAN ... MEM VOL SQ 1 When switched to select Setting then Software Version. SOFTWARE VER GO TO DEFAULT NB/OFF Button NB OFF Button Note CH 9 / 19 CB / PA 1 2 3 4 TX PWR ThTeXRF noise blanker is very efRfeXctive in strong or weak signal areas.
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... SCAN 4 TX PWR TX DIM / ESC RX MIN MAX MIN CB MEM SCAN 27.405 SCAN / M SCAN DIM / ESC 3me5m7o9ry+c3h0daBnnel then press and hold Scan/MemScan button. Operation Operation Program Memory Channels Note The radio should be squelched. Repeat above steps to enter up to ORXff.... Program Memory Channels Set first channel. Note Keying the microphone will appear. OFF MIN MAX MIN Scan CB Channels Scan Memory Channels Dimmer Control 22 23...
... SCAN 4 TX PWR TX DIM / ESC RX MIN MAX MIN CB MEM SCAN 27.405 SCAN / M SCAN DIM / ESC 3me5m7o9ry+c3h0daBnnel then press and hold Scan/MemScan button. Operation Operation Program Memory Channels Note The radio should be squelched. Repeat above steps to enter up to ORXff.... Program Memory Channels Set first channel. Note Keying the microphone will appear. OFF MIN MAX MIN Scan CB Channels Scan Memory Channels Dimmer Control 22 23...
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...monitors the receiver; This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Class D station in dynamic INPUT VOLTAGE 13.2VDC nom. (positive or negative ground) Current Drain Transmit: AM ...db Noise Blanker RF type Squelch Adjustable; separate jack provided (SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE) 37 Frequency Ranges The Cobra 25 LX transceiver represents one of all 40 CB channels. threshold less than 7% @3 watts @ 1000 Hz Built-in Speaker 8 ohms, 5w External Speaker (Not supplied...
...monitors the receiver; This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuitry providing complete coverage of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Class D station in dynamic INPUT VOLTAGE 13.2VDC nom. (positive or negative ground) Current Drain Transmit: AM ...db Noise Blanker RF type Squelch Adjustable; separate jack provided (SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE) 37 Frequency Ranges The Cobra 25 LX transceiver represents one of all 40 CB channels. threshold less than 7% @3 watts @ 1000 Hz Built-in Speaker 8 ohms, 5w External Speaker (Not supplied...
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...warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of this warranty. Cobra will, without limitation, damages resulting from Cobra. including, without charge, repair or replace, at its Cobra CB Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, ...provided that its option, defective CB radios, products or component parts upon delivery to ship the product for any product damaged by proof...
...warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of this warranty. Cobra will, without limitation, damages resulting from Cobra. including, without charge, repair or replace, at its Cobra CB Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, ...provided that its option, defective CB radios, products or component parts upon delivery to ship the product for any product damaged by proof...
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... read and understand Part 95 (included with Your 25 LX 1. If you have the product serviced and returned. 1. You should require factory service please call 1.773.889.3087 "If your unit in warranty, upon receipt of your Cobra radio, even though the FCC no longer requires you ... by , or under the supervision of, the holder of the FCC Rules and Regulations, before contacting us for your Cobra 25 LX Special Edition CB Radio U.S. FCC Warnings All transmitter adjustments other than those recommended by way of the repair charge or replacement charge. Enclose a description of...
... read and understand Part 95 (included with Your 25 LX 1. If you have the product serviced and returned. 1. You should require factory service please call 1.773.889.3087 "If your unit in warranty, upon receipt of your Cobra radio, even though the FCC no longer requires you ... by , or under the supervision of, the holder of the FCC Rules and Regulations, before contacting us for your Cobra 25 LX Special Edition CB Radio U.S. FCC Warnings All transmitter adjustments other than those recommended by way of the repair charge or replacement charge. Enclose a description of...
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... after referring to the manual, you encounter any problems with part 15 of reliable service. Operation is not responsible for purchasing the Cobra 25 LX CB Radio. For Credit Card Orders Call 773-889-3087 [Press one from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. RX (Receive)/TX (Transmit),... Channel 9/Channel 19 Button 9. CB/PA Button 11. LCD Display13. 12. Signal Strength Meter 14. External Speaker Jack 18. Antenna Connector 19. This device may cause undesired operation. Such modifications could void the user's authority to : productinfo@ cobra.com Cobra on the World Wide Web: ...
... after referring to the manual, you encounter any problems with part 15 of reliable service. Operation is not responsible for purchasing the Cobra 25 LX CB Radio. For Credit Card Orders Call 773-889-3087 [Press one from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. RX (Receive)/TX (Transmit),... Channel 9/Channel 19 Button 9. CB/PA Button 11. LCD Display13. 12. Signal Strength Meter 14. External Speaker Jack 18. Antenna Connector 19. This device may cause undesired operation. Such modifications could void the user's authority to : productinfo@ cobra.com Cobra on the World Wide Web: ...